TOLLAND, CT, Jan 21, 2025 – Mastercam has announced three new leadership appointments that will strengthen its ability to deliver innovation, new products, and customer-focused solutions to meet the rising demands of the U.S. manufacturing industry, including high costs, policy shifts, and labor shortages. Mastercam has appointed a new chief innovation officer, a vice president (VP) of product management, and a VP of customer success and program delivery.
Nand Shivkumar is the new chief innovation officer (CIO). In this role, Shivkumar will oversee Mastercam’s product vision and strategy, ensuring the company meets market demands and drives innovation forward.
“Nand’s appointment marks a significant milestone in Mastercam’s journey toward delivering next-generation manufacturing solutions. His leadership will help us strengthen customer engagement, expand into new markets, and provide even greater value to our customers worldwide,” said Russ Bukowski, interim president of Mastercam.
Shivkumar has over 20 years of experience in software engineering, product strategy, and leading technology innovation. His expertise in scaling SaaS platforms, leveraging AI and machine learning, and leading diverse global teams will play a key role in shaping Mastercam’s future.
Ivan Krstic has been appointed as the new VP of product management.Krstic has over 20 years of experience in product management, with a focus on CAD/CAM and manufacturing technology.
In this position, he will lead product strategy for Mastercam. He will guide the development of the product roadmap for current and future solutions to increase revenue and deliver integrated tools that improve the customer experience.
“Ivan’s proficiency in market-driven strategies is set to drive innovation and inspire exceptional user experiences,” said Bukowski.
Shannon Lesane has been promoted from the director of project management to VP of customer success and program delivery.
Lesane’s experience in creating and managing customer success and client engagement programs will help Mastercam to expand its direct sales efforts. Lesane will also continue leading the project management office team, ensuring customer value, improving client relationships, and building a customer-focused culture. “As we expand our services and support structure, Shannon will ensure the right programs, processes, and systems to support our customers at all levels. I am very excited to see the impactful contributions she brings to Mastercam,” added Bukowski.
Source: Mastercam
